Lexington, Kentucky to Morgantown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

268.2 miles 431.6 km · straight line
335.2 miles estimated 539.5 km · driving distance
6h 45min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is Lexington, Kentucky from Morgantown?

The distance from Lexington, Kentucky to Morgantown is 268.2 miles (431.6 km) as the crow flies. Morgantown is located ENE of Lexington, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 335.2 miles, taking about 6h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Lexington, Kentucky in Kentucky and Morgantown in West Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lexington, Kentucky and Morgantown. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Lexington, Kentucky to Morgantown

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 45min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 6min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 25min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lexington, Kentucky & Morgantown

Quick Facts

Lexington, Kentucky
38.04°N, 84.50°W
America/New_York
298m elevation
Morgantown
39.63°N, 79.96°W
America/New_York
271m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients